Step 1

Mix together cake mix and eggs.

Step 2

Fold in the pie filling.

Step 3

Spread into a greased 12x17” cookie sheet.

Step 4

Bake at 350 degrees for 30-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.

Step 5

Cool completely before adding icing.

Step 6

In a small bowl, beat cream cheese, vanilla and butter.

Step 7

Add powdered sugar a cup at a time, beating after each addition.

Step 8

Beat until smooth.

Step 9

Meanwhile, mash enough strawberries to yield ½ cup without the juice (measuring without the juice, but you will use the juice to cook).

Step 10

Pour juice and berries into a small saucepan and heat to boiling over medium heat.

Step 11

Continue cooking about 10 minutes until mixture becomes thick like a puree.

Step 12

Remove from heat.

Step 13

Immediately place mixture in the freezer for 10-15 minutes to cool sufficiently.

Step 14

Remove from freezer.

Step 15

Add strawberry mixture to icing and stir well to combine.

Step 16

Spread icing over top of cooled cake.

Step 17

Garnish with fresh strawberry slices, if desired.

Step 18

Refrigerate before serving.